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Pottstown Synagogue to host Golden Gala Weekend

POTTSTOWN — A special Golden Gala Weekend, open to the public, is being hosted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Congregation Mercy and Truth Synagogue, 575 N. Keim St., on Nov. 2, 3 and 4.

The Hebrew Name of the Synagogue is Hesed Shel Emet. The current spiritual leader is Rabbi Dr. Daniel M. Zucker, D.D. Board president is Janet Prince.

The weekend will start at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 2, with evening services and an Oneg Shabbat sponsored by the Jewish Women’s League.

There will also be Sabbath Services and Kiddush Luncheon at 9:15 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3.

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The Golden Gala will begin at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3, with an open bar, buffet of appetizers, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction. Comedian Keith Barany will perform at 8:30 p.m. There will be decadent desserts and coffee to follow. The silent auction will close at 10 p.m.

There will also be a brunch and farewell at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 4.

A special advertisement book has been prepared for the fundraiser event.

Cost for Saturday evening and Sunday brunch are $80 per ticket for Golden Patron, $50 per ticket for Platinum and $35 per ticket for Silver. Tickets will be mailed to Patrons. Seating is cabaret style at tables of eight or 10.

The cost for the Sunday brunch is $15 per adult and $10 per child.

For more information, call 610-326-1717 or e-mail congmt575@comcast.net.